OUTDOORS BRIEFLY.Byline: The Register-Guard NEWS & NOTES Free 'Cycling Fitness Seminar' offered in Eugene today Recently retired professional cyclist Kendra Wenzel, former captain of the Timex Women's Cycling Team, will present a fitness seminar for cyclists today in Eugene. The free workshop, which will focus on tips and techniques for improving cycling performance, begins at 7 p.m. at REI, 306 Lawrence St. Wenzel was a professional cyclist for 11 years and was a member of the U.S. National Team, winning a gold medal in the pursuit at the Pan American Games Pan American (Sports) Games Quadrennial sports festival. The games, conceived in 1940 as an event for the nations of the Western Hemisphere, were first held in 1951. in Cuba and 14 National Track Championship medals. Her book, "Bike Racing 101," will be available. Improve bird hunting skills at free shooting clinic Bird hunters seeking to improve their shooting skills and overall success in the field are encouraged to sign up for a free shooting clinic offered through the Cooperative North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. Shotgunning Education Program (CONSEP CONSEP Cooperative North American Shotgunning Education Program ). It will be held Sunday at the Emerald Empire Gun Club northeast of Eugene. CONSEP seminars are geared toward waterfowl waterfowl, common term for members of the order Anseriformes, wild, aquatic, typically freshwater birds including ducks, geese, and screamers. In Great Britain the term is also used to designate species kept for ornamental purposes on private lakes or ponds, while in hunters, but upland bird hunters can also benefit. Preregistration pre·reg·is·tra·tion n. An early registration, as for returning college students, that takes place before general registration. is required. To register, call Carol Turner at (503) 947-6303, or e-mail carol.d.turner@state.or.us. ODFW ODFW Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife recently became a member of CONSEP, an international organization with a proactive education program to help bird hunters become better hunters. Public use of Hills Creek Reservoir to be discussed The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Willamette National Forest The Willamette National Forest is a National Forest located in the central portion of the Cascade Range of Oregon, US.[1] It contains 1,675,407 acres (2,618 mi², 6,780 km²) making it one of the largest national forests. will host an open house in Oakridge next week to discuss public use of Hills Creek Reservoir southeast of Oakridge. The agencies are developing a Public Use Plan for the reservoir - a popular camping, boating and fishing destination - and want to hear ideas concerning potential issues and possible management actions. The open house begins at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, at Greenwaters Park Community Building. FISHING, HUNTING & WILDLIFE VIEWING Trout Stocking Report Alton Baker Park Alton Baker Park is located in Eugene, Oregon, United States, near Autzen Stadium. It features duck ponds, bicycle trails, and a dog park, and directly touches the Ferry Street Bridge. canoe canal: Scheduled to be stocked with 3,000 rainbow trout rainbow trout Species (Oncorhynchus mykiss) of fish in the salmon family (Salmonidae) noted for spectacular leaps and hard fighting when hooked. It has been introduced from western North America to many other countries. 10 to 13 inches in length. Other angling highlights Rivers and streams: The fall chinook salmon chinook salmon or king salmon Prized North Pacific food and sport fish (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) of the salmon family. The average weight is about 22 lbs (10 kg), but individuals of 50–80 lbs (22–36 kg) are not unusual. fishery is under way on the central coast, and there are reports of some bright fish being hooked in the tidewaters of every river from the Rogue to the Tillamook. Typically, strong numbers of chinook Chinook, indigenous people of North America Chinook (shĭn  k`, chĭ–), Native American tribe of the Penutian linguistic stock. start showing up by mid-September,
but catches are still spotty. Meanwhile, cutthroat trout angling is good
in many coastal tributaries, and good catch rates of sea-run cutthroat
trout are reported in tidewaters of the Siuslaw, Alsea and Yaquina
rivers. Smallmouth bass fishing continues to be good on the Umpqua
River. The Santiam and McKenzie rivers should be fair for summer
steelhead. The lower Deschutes River is putting out good catches of
steelhead
Lakes: Kokanee kokanee Noun a freshwater salmon of lakes and rivers in W North America [after Kokanee Creek, in British Columbia] are staging at the upper end of the Metolius Arm of Lake Billy Chinook before starting their spawning run; opportunities for anglers trolling or jigging are good to excellent. Trout catches are starting to pick up again at Crane Prairie Reservoir and other Cascade lakes. Odell Lake anglers have reported good success for kokanee one day and fair the next. Marine zone: Sport anglers are finding success going after tuna when weather and ocean conditions allow. Some catches have been reported approximately 50 miles offshore. Fishing for rockfish rockfish, member of the large family Scorpaenidae (rockfishes and scorpionfishes), carnivorous fish inhabiting all seas and especially abundant in the temperate waters of the Pacific. Rockfishes are found among rocks and reefs. and lingcod lingcod Commercially popular fish species (Ophiodon elongatus) that is strictly marine, found along the Pacific coast of North America. It is a voracious predator with a large mouth and caninelike teeth. along the coast is good to fair. Anglers report better luck with bait than with jigs. Crabbing is good in most bays along the northern coast. Hunting Timely tips: The annual fee pheasant hunt at Fern Ridge Wildlife Area opened Monday and continues through Oct. 8. See the Game Bird Regulations booklet for details. Wildlife viewing Best bets: Vaux's swifts do something unique this time of year - they gather in large roosting concentrations in chimneys in preparation for migrating south. One such roosting concentration can be seen at Agate Hall, located just east of 18th and Agate streets. Best viewing is from a parking lot on the north side of Agate Hall. - Compiled from ODFW and Register-Guard reports. Updates available at www.registerguard.com/news/outdoors_front.php. CALENDAR To submit events Submit listings to: Outdoor Editor, P.O. Box 10188, Eugene OR 97440 or: mstahlberg@guardnet.com. Unless otherwise noted, events are free. Bicycling WEDNESDAY GEARS: 35- and 40-mile rides in the Gimpl Hill area, 6 p.m., Alton Baker Park, Eugene. Route details: www.eugenegears.org. SATURDAY GEARS: 30-, 40- and 55-mile rides in the Pleasant Hill and Rattlesnake rattlesnake, poisonous New World snake of the pit viper family, distinguished by a rattle at the end of the tail. The head is triangular, being widened at the base. The rattle is a series of dried, hollow segments of skin, which, when shaken, make a whirring sound. Butte Butte, city, United States Butte (by  t), city (1990 pop. 33,336), seat of Silver Bow co., SW Mont.; inc. 1879. It is a trade, ranching, and industrial center. areas. Faster riders leave Alton Baker Park at 9 a.m.,
slower riders at 9:30.
SUNDAY Altair Ski & Sports Club: 18-mile Cottage Grove Lake ride. RSVP (ReSerVation Protocol) A communications protocol that signals a router to reserve bandwidth for real time transmission. RSVP is designed to clear a path for audio and video traffic, eliminating annoying skips and hesitations. : Sam Houston, 684-0588. GEARS: 40-, 50- and 60-mile rides in the Alvadore, Cheshire and Cox Butte areas. Faster riders leave Alton Baker Park at 9 a.m.; slower riders, 9:30. Boating FRIDAY Lane County Audubon Society: Observe and learn about Vaux's Swifts, which roost for the night by the thousands in the chimney of Agate Hall. Look for the Audubon banner near 18th and Agate streets, Eugene, just before sunset. Boating SATURDAY G.I. Joe's: Oregon boater certification class taught by Dave Rasmussen, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., G.I. Joe's, 1030 Greenacres Road, Eugene. Fee: $15. Hiking WEDNESDAY Altair Ski & Sports Club: General club meeting, 6 p.m., upstairs at The Vets Club, 1626 Willamette St. Eugene. Sign up for trips and activities. Details: 485-0795. The Obsidians: LaRee Beckley will lead a 4-mile Spencer Butte hike. Sign up at the Eugene YMCA YMCA in full Young Men's Christian Association Nonsectarian, nonpolitical Christian lay movement that aims to develop high standards of Christian character among its members. , 2055 Patterson St. THURSDAY The Obsidians: Dan Christensen - 12-mile hike on the Rigdon-Wahanna Lakes Loop. Sign up at the YMCA, 2055 Patterson St. SATURDAY Altair Ski & Sports Club: An 8.2-mile hike to Benson/Tenas lakes and Scott Mountain, 9 a.m. RSVP: 747-1623. The Obsidians: Joanne Ledet - 8.4-mile hike to the Erma Bells and William Lakes; Barbara Schomaker and Michelle Tambellini - 6-mile Matthieu Lakes hike; Chris Cunningham - 6-mile hike on the McKenzie River Trail. Sign up at the YMCA, 2055 Patterson St. SUNDAY The Obsidians: Clare Tucker - 8.6-mile Four-In-One Cone hike; Mark Perrin - 7.2-mile Olallie Mountain hike; and Jane Hackett - 6-mile Three Pyramids hike. Sign up at the YMCA, 2055 Patterson St. TUESDAY The Obsidians: Melody Clarkson - 8-mile hike to Divide Lake and Mount Yoran. Sign up at the YMCA, 2055 Patterson St. Nature TODAY Nearby Nature: Orientation session for volunteers who lead nature walks for school children, 6:30 p.m., EWEB EWEB Eugene Water and Electric Board (Oregon) , 500 E. Fourth Ave., Eugene. Call 687-9699 or visit www.nearbynature.org. SATURDAY Mount Pisgah Arboretum The Mount Pisgah Arboretum (85 ha / 209 acres) is a non-profit arboretum and botanical garden located within the Howard Buford Recreation Area (930 ha / 2,300 acre), between the Coast Fork of the Willamette River and the slopes of Mount Pisgah near Eugene-Springfield, Oregon, : David Stone will conduct a waterfall photography seminar. The $45 fee includes field trip. Details, preregistration: 747-1504. MONDAY Native Plant Society: Ed Alverson of the Nature Conservancy will present a program on the fawn lilies of western North America, 7:30 p.m., EWEB Training Room, 500 East Fourth Ave., Eugene. Details: 345-5531. Navigation THURSDAY G.I. Joe's: Jeff Bongcayoa will conduct a free seminar on GPS units, 6 p.m., G.I. Joe's, 1030 Greenacres Road. Paddle sports SATURDAY City of Eugene: The River House Outdoor Program is organizing a family canoe outing on Clear Lake, open to ages 9 and up. Cost: $15. A similar outing will be held Sept. 23 at Waldo Lake. Preregistration: 682-5329. Walking SATURDAY Altair Ski & Sports Club: 4-mile walk on Valley River bike paths, 9 a.m. RSVP: Walt Jacobson, 343-7893. Mossbacks Volkssport Club: Carpool to Sherwood for 6.2-mile Volkswalk through Bridgeport Village, parks and woods, 7 a.m., Willamalane, 215 West C St., Springfield. Call 747-6470, or go to www.mossbacks.org. |
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